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IPA Analysis Match Explorer

ID: 12305B24Q0093 • Type: Synopsis Solicitation

Description

Please read the attached Combined Synopsis Solicitation and attachments in their entirety. Quotes should be submitted on company letterhead, in a pdf file.

Combined Synopsis Solicitation

NAICS: 513210 Software Publishers

PSC: DA10 IT and Telecom - Business Application/application Development Software as a

Service

This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for commercial items/services prepared in accordance with the format in subpart 12.6, utilizing FAR part 13 procedures, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.

(ii) The solicitation number is 12305B24Q0093 and this combined synopsis/solicitation is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ).

(iii) A statement that the solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular FAR FAC 2024-05 May 22, 2024.

(iv) This is a Full and Open announcement and the associated NAICS code is 513210 and the small business size standard is $47.0 million.

(v) A list of line item number(s) and items, quantities, and units of measure (including option(s), if applicable): QTY: Two, Software Licenses for IPA Analysis Match Explore.

(vi) United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Cool and Cold Water Aquaculture Lab, Kearneysville, WV., 25430. Current licenses are provided by Qiagen, LLC. Statement of Work (Attachment 1)

(vii) Place of service/delivery and acceptance: See attached Statement of Work (Attachment 1)

(viii) Provision 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial, applies to this acquisition.

(ix) Provision 52.212-2, Evaluation-Commercial Items is applies to this acquisition. Evaluation will be based on Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Award will be made on the basis of the lowest evaluated price of quotes meeting or exceeding the acceptability standards for non-cost factors.

(x) Offers must have a completed copy of the provision at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items, uploaded on sam.gov by the time quotes are due.

(xi) The clause at 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition.

(xii) The clause at 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. Additional clauses included as attachment: Contract Terms and Conditions. (Attachment 2)

(xiii) In order to be considered for award OFFERORS SHALL SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING:

  1. Submit documentation showing technical capability to meet or exceed Performance Elements and Benchmarks in the Statement of Work.
  2. Submit Firm Fixed Price quotation (quote on company letterhead) detailing the item description, place of manufacture, total price and valid for at least 60 days after receipt of quote. Item delivered FOB Destination inclusive of all costs.
  3. Submit Unique Entity ID (UEI) with quotation.
  4. Quoted prices must include all applicable costs including FOB shipping costs.
  5. Place of Manufacture

REJECTION OF QUOTATION: Failure to demonstrate compliance or to submit all items requested in solicitation will be cause to reject the quote without further discussions.

DISCUSSIONS: The Government intends to award without discussions but reserves the right to conduct discussions should it be deemed in the Government's best interest.

(xv) Quotes are due SEE MAIN POSTING PAGE (Sam.gov), by email to Tiffany Pimble, at tiffany.pimble@usda.gov.

(xvi) Tiffany Pimble may be reached, via email at tiffany.pimble@usda.gov for specific questions regarding this combined solicitation. No telephone inquiries will be accepted.

Questions by interested parties regarding the requirement must be submitted by TWO DAYS BEFORE THE SOLICITATION CLOSES; by 3:00pm ET.

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Background
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), specifically the Agricultural Research Service (ARS) at the Cool and Cold Water Aquaculture Lab in Kearneysville, WV, has issued this Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for commercial items/services. The goal is to acquire two software licenses for the IPA Analysis Match Explorer, which will integrate with existing software provided by Qiagen, LLC. This initiative aligns with USDA's mission to enhance research capabilities in aquaculture.

Work Details
The contractor will be responsible for the following tasks:
1. Provide two IPA Analysis Match Explorer licenses for user access.
2. Ensure that the software and licenses merge seamlessly with existing Qiagen LLC software.
3. Renew software licenses and subscriptions as needed.
4. Provide updates and access to new software versions throughout the contract period.
5. Offer 24/7 technical support for users of the software.

Additionally, all work must comply with applicable Federal, State, and local laws and USDA guidelines.

Place of Performance
The services will be performed at the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service (ARS), Cool and Cold Water Aquaculture Lab located in Kearneysville, WV 25430.

Overview

Response Deadline
July 26, 2024, 3:00 p.m. EDT Past Due
Posted
July 22, 2024, 4:35 p.m. EDT
Set Aside
None
Place of Performance
Beltsville, MD 20705 United States
Source
SAM

Current SBA Size Standard
$47 Million
Pricing
Fixed Price
Evaluation Criteria
Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA)
Est. Level of Competition
Low
Est. Value Range
Experimental
<$250,000 (solicitation indicates Simplified Acquisition Procedures, which in most cases, applies to contracts expected to be less than $250K in value)
Signs of Shaping
The solicitation is open for 3 days, below average for the ARS Northeast Area.
On 7/22/24 ARS Northeast Area issued Synopsis Solicitation 12305B24Q0093 for IPA Analysis Match Explorer due 7/26/24. The opportunity was issued full & open with NAICS 513210 and PSC DA10.
Primary Contact
Name
Tiffany Pimble   Profile
Phone
(301) 504-3761

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Additional Details

Source Agency Hierarchy
AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF > AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICE > USDA ARS NEA AAO ACQ/PER PROP
FPDS Organization Code
12H2-12305B
Source Organization Code
500033629
Last Updated
Aug. 10, 2024
Last Updated By
tiffany.pimble@usda.gov
Archive Date
Aug. 10, 2024